COVID-19 Agri-Information Hub
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has been declared a global health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation. This Agri-Information Hub will be regularly updated to keep you up to date with the various issues raised by coronavirus for the farming community worldwide.
SAAI For The Benefit Of The Poorest Communities
Although South Africa enjoys food security on a national level, not every household necessarily has access to what is needed. With the extended lockdown period, the need for those who do not earn an income and do not have the [...]
Youth Challenges and How to Work Together During and Post COVID-19
By Denis Kabiito, CEO, Uganda National Young Farmers Association (UNYFA) and WFO Youth Committee facilitator Challenges due to COVID-19 Increased costs of doing business Loss of jobs/ downsizing of staff on farms Members forums postponed/ limited freedom of association. No [...]
Executive Order Ignores Well-Being of Workers, US Farmers Union Says
In response to growing concerns of a meat shortage, President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating the facilities as "critical infrastructure." The order, which invokes the Defense Production Act, directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to "ensure America's meat [...]